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With more underfoot cushioning, a rugged design and waterproof membranes, the women's The North Face Hedgehog 3 Waterproof hiking shoes are great for everything from short strolls to all-day hikes.
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View the The North Face Hedgehog Product LineView all The North Face Women's Hiking ShoesBest Use | Hiking |
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Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | DryVent waterproof/breathable membrane |
Upper | Leather/synthetic leather/ripstop/spacer mesh |
Midsole | EVA |
Outsole | Surface CTRL rubber (10% natural rubber) |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 10.2 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
EU | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.6 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 |
Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 11 | 11.3 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I purchased these shoes March 18 online. From the reviews I thought it would be great for my plantar fasciitis. Well first day I wore them on a hike in Sedona (3-4 miles) and when I got back to my vehicle my plantar fasciitis was killing me for days. The second day I wore them on April 20 to Salt River, just a few minute walk to the water, the metal on the back of the shoe had rub a sore on my heel. I spent a lot of money on these shoes to not work for me and probably too late to return them to the store. Money went down the drain.
Great shoes for day hiking and short backpacking trips. They're very comfortable. The shoes are a bit wide for my narrow feet but they're solid so my feet don't slip around too much. My larger foot is hitting the front on downhills but I think once they stretch a bit they'll be good. Perhaps order a size up from your sneaker size.
I wore these in Northern Ontario while camping in the fall-these shoes survived muddy trails, crossing waterfalls, and even some light snow near the Georgian Bay in the late fall. Tried and true, these are extremely comfortable and reliable for an everyday scooting around shoe. Will be wearing these until they fall apart!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Much to my distress, I purchased the wrong pair of hiking shoes as I was supposed to buy the ones with ankle support. It was only when they were brought to me by my neighbour that I realized my mistake. Fortunately my neighbour lives in Florida and she offered to take back the ones I bought to the North Face Store in Saw Grass Mills and hopefully be able to change them for the ones with ankle support. I am off to Scotland for a walk in September and need to have the correct shoes.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are my 10th pair of Hedgehogs. They fit perfectly and, paired with smart wool socks, never have a blister. I run trails and roadsides in all kinds of weather. My feet stay warm, dry and comfortable. The tread prevents slipping whether going uphill or down and they are lightweight. Each pair goes from running to walking to gardening before they wear out. I always have a new pair ready to go--can't be without my Hedgehogs!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the 5 pair of hedgehogs I have bought, and always the same size. This pair feels way too small - very unhappy - a complete waste of money as can't find them instore to try without buying online. Why has TNF changed the sizing? It feels skinnier too - but maybe my feet are getting wider - but not a whole size longer - especially when I put the old pairs on for comparison. FYI - I have always had skinny feet.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It is the first time I have bought this shoe, I loved the quality, the fingers are comfortable, they are quite wide, the grip is very good for hiking, but I had to return them because they have a very thick padding on the edges and it hurt when walking. I'm very sorry because I loved the quality.
Northface shoes are my go-to shoes for hiking and work. I work outside (sometimes in the dirt and rain) and they provide the comfort and function I need on a daily basis. They have great traction too!
These shoes run true to size and the traction was great. Used them on my first hiking trip and then I walked around town and they looked great both on the trail and out on the town for a casual night
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have worn two pairs of the old HedgeHog. I never had to break them in and they were pliable yet sturdy enough to hike in. This pair felt like I was wearing my grandmother's orthopedic shoes.